In this episode we hear David's raw testimony—grown in gangs, surviving violent prison attacks, falling into opioid addiction after a workplace injury, and losing a son—then finding a life-changing encounter with Jesus. David shares the miracle that led to his parole, the role of his aunt and the Home of Grace, and how faith and accountability helped him denounce gang life and rebuild his future.
Topics include prison violence and gang dynamics, the slippery slope from prescription painkillers to Oxy and fraud, the impact of relapse on family and relationships, and practical lessons about how relapse often begins before the drug itself. David describes how putting down spiritual disciplines led to compromise, and what finally stuck this time.
Key moments: the clerical parole miracle, a terrifying night on the bottom tier, the death of his infant son, multiple prison terms and fraud charges, and the decision to enter a Christ-centered recovery program. David reflects on sanctification versus salvation, the importance of daily spiritual practices, and his hope for restored family relationships.
Listeners can expect an honest, gritty conversation about addiction, accountability, grace, and recovery—offering both warning signs and hope for anyone affected by substance use. Guest: David; produced by the Home of Grace.
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